Honest reflections on motherhood, daily life, and what actually matters, for women navigating mental load, pressure, and the beauty of ordinary days.

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Reflections on Daily Life and What Matters Most

THE CHILDREN ARE BACK IN SCHOOL! Praise Jesus. Three weeks without any reprieve is a lot. I’m a big fan of preschool for many reasons–my sanity is proudly included. I’m not ashamed. Even Josephine attends two mornings a week, giving me 8 hours a week with only *one* child which basically feels like I’m completely […]

Non-Parents Can Be Tired, Just One Kid is Hard, & BTW, We’re Covid-Free!

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The idea here isn’t perfection or rigid minimalism, rather it’s to avoid being bogged down by things that don’t bring lasting fulfillment.

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